On April 29, 2026, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call lasting more than 90 minutes, according to a statement from Trump's office. The call focused on the ongoing conflict in Iran and included discussions about a potential temporary ceasefire in Ukraine.
During the conversation, Putin expressed that Moscow views the prospect of a U.S. ground intervention in Iran with concern, though no specific details of any proposed U.S. action were confirmed. The two leaders also explored the idea of a temporary halt in hostilities in Ukraine, but no agreement was reached, and the Kremlin did not issue a separate statement on the call.
This call marks the first direct communication between Trump and Putin since early 2026, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. The White House has not commented on the call, as Trump is not currently in office, but his team described the discussion as 'constructive.'
Analysts note that any ceasefire proposal in Ukraine would require broader international support, and the Iran conflict remains a complex issue with multiple regional actors involved. The call did not result in any immediate policy changes or public commitments from either side.
